AS350B2 Pilot Required-NSW

About Us:

Rotorwing Helicopters has proudly served the Northern NSW region from our base in Lismore for the past decade. We are dedicated to providing exceptional service and take pride in our performance and equipment. Our base offers diverse flying opportunities and is conveniently located within a 40-minute drive of some of Australia’s best beaches.

Aircraft:

AS350 B2 VH-RDA (Call sign: FB279)FB279 is well equipped with air conditioning, ETM 1000 trend monitoring systems, Bluetooth external gauges for load monitoring, Garmin synthetic vision, and near-new role equipment.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Air Attack / Air Observation Platform

• Fire Fighting Bucket Operations - 150’ Line

• Aerial Incendiaries Operations - Red Dragon

• Aerial Drip Torch Operations

• Precision Long Line

• Aerial Seeding and Fertilizer Operations (if applicable)

• Charter Flights as needed

Roster:

• 15 days on, 13 days off - Accommodation provided (exclusive room, available during off-duty periods if needed) - Work vehicle provided

Compensation:

• Wage negotiable based on experience and capabilities

• Contract length: 6 months with potential for extension

Requirements:

• Commercial Pilot Licence (Helicopter) (CPL(H))

• Class 1 Medical Certificate

• 1500 hours PIC Helicopter

• 100 hours on AS350

• 500 hours turbine time

• Aerial Application (Fire) rating

• ASIC, HUET, CRM, DG, Flying the Wire, Bushfire Awareness certifications

• Australian Driver’s Licence

• No accident history in the last 5 years

• Proficiency with 150’ long line operations

• Knowledge of OzRunways and Fire Mapper Enterprise or willingness to learn

Desirable:

• R44 endorsement and experience

• Aerial Application Rating (IMS seeding/fertilizer operations)

• Powerline experience

• Private Pilot Licence (Aeroplane) (PPL(A))

Contact:

Please send your resume and cover letter to: ops@rwheli.com